Chicago Bears training camp took a frightening turn when safety Coby Bryant was carted off the field after an injury during a one-on-one drill.
Bryant, who agreed to terms on a three-year, $40 million contract with the Bears on March 9, 2026, was working in coverage against tight end Cole Kmet when he landed awkwardly and grabbed at his left knee. Medical staff rushed in right away, and Bryant initially stayed down on the field before eventually making his way to the cart under his own power. Even then, he was clearly in distress and was reported to be emotional as he left the practice fields.
The scene drew immediate concern from everyone watching, especially with Bryant expected to play a major role in Chicago’s secondary this season. The deal he signed on the opening day of the NFL’s free-agent negotiating window was supposed to make him a core piece of the defense after his move from the Seattle Seahawks, but now there’s real uncertainty about whether he’ll even play this year.
Bryant’s background only adds to the worry. The former Seahawks defensive back had already dealt with physical hurdles in his previous season, and he brought versatility and championship experience after shifting from cornerback to safety in prior years. That made the sight of him leaving camp in obvious pain all the more unsettling for the Bears and their fans.
Last season with Seattle, Bryant finished with 66 total tackles, including 39 solo and 27 assists, along with 4 interceptions, 7 passes defended and 1 forced fumble in 15 regular-season games.
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